1/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. mashed bananas
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. nuts (optional)

Cream together sugar, shortening, eggs, bananas and vanilla. Stir in flour, baking powder, salt and nuts. Spread in greased 9x13-inch pan. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar while warm.

Submitted by: Tiffany Newman